Os オスミウム

They are used in biotechnology and scientific investigations.

With the nib of a fountain pen
Osmium in action

Alloy of osmium and iridium extends the durability of fountain pens.

Some fountain pen nibs use osmium alloy at the tip (pen point) of the nib.
(Those with a high osmium content are called osmiridium, while those with a high iridium content are called iridosmium.)
For a smooth writing experience, appropriate elasticity and smoothness of the nib are required, as these are essential for fountain pens. Osmium alloy pen points have high acid resistance and wear resistance, allowing them to be used for many years with unchanged writing quality.

※We do not handle osmium alloy.

Precious Metal Element Data

Atomic Number76
atomic weight190.23
Stable Isotope184Os,186Os,187Os,188Os,189Os,190Os,191Os
crystal structurehcp (c/a<1.63)
MetallicTrans.Metal
Shell structure2,8,18,32,14,2
Occupied Orbit5d6
Oxidation state2,3,4,6,8
Atomic radius1.92
Shared bond radius1.26
Atomic capacitance8.49
Density (293K)22.57
Melting point3045
Boiling Point5012
Specific heat0.13
melting heat31.80
heat of vaporization746.0
Thermal conductivity (273K)87
Electrical resistivity (273K)8.1
Linear thermal expansion coefficient (293K)4.7
First ionization potential8.43823
Second ionization potential 
Electron Affinity1.1
Electronegativity2.2
Year of Discovery1804

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